Teachers

Micro-organisms can be used to demonstrate principles of biology and to model industrial processes, as well as offering opportunities for teaching across the curriculum.

Microbiology is a popular option for practical work in schools. Micro-organisms are ideal for use in the school laboratory as they are relatively easy to maintain, present minimum risk given good microbiology laboratory practice are economical to do and can provide data which can be analysed using statistical techniques.

Microbes and basic principles

Microbes are extremely versatile and, as living organisms, can be used to teach many of the basic principles of biology. They can also be used to demonstrate How Science Works.